About Cultivate Initiatives:
We are a group of people who work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of initiatives and support. We build communities from the inside out through workforce development, housing and homemaking, and supportive sheltering.
About Human Resources:
We provide human resources support through the life cycle of employees’ experiences at Cultivate Initiatives. This includes the candidate experience during recruitment, facilitating understanding of Cultivate Initiatives' policies and procedures through specific experiences and on the job training, and includes supporting both the individual and the organization when navigating difficult situations or circumstances. We advocate for and engage with employees through supportive relationships, and we serve the organization through consistent systems and structure.
Compensation/Benefits:
Accountability:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Duties/Responsibilities:
• HR Processes and Compliance:
• Develop, implement, interpret and explain HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Conduct regular audits of HR activities to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR files and records in accordance with legal requirements and organizational policies.
• Monitor the adherence to internal HR policies and procedures across the organization to ensure consistency and fairness in employee treatment and practices.
• Employee Life Cycle:
• Oversee the recruitment and onboarding process to ensure a seamless integration of new hires.
• Manage the performance appraisal process, ensuring it is conducted fairly and consistently across all departments.
• Handle disciplinary matters in accordance with company policy and legal standards with support from HR Director.
• Schedule or administer drug tests for current or prospective employees.
• Coordinate the separation of employment process with support from the HR Director, ensuring all legal and internal procedures are followed, and that exits are handled with dignity and respect.
• With support from HR director, administer and track leave of absence including FMLA, OPL, OFLA.
• Conduct benefit meetings with new employees, answer employee benefit questions, ensure proper enrollment or waiver of benefits
• Support to HR Director:
• Assist the HR Director with preparing reports and presentations for management and board meetings, as well as trainings.
• Manage scheduling, correspondence, and communications related to HR initiatives on behalf of the HR Director.
• Act as a point of contact for HR-related queries within the organization, ensuring that issues are resolved in accordance with company policies and legal standards.
• Operational Excellence:
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc.) and take minutes.
• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data, like absences, bonus and leaves.
• Provide management with information or training related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques, or documentation of performance issues.
• In collaboration with IT, implement and oversee technology solutions that automate and optimize routine tasks and HR workflows.
Qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field with 2-5 years of experience in HR, particularly in generalist roles focused on compliance and process management. -OR- An additional 2+ years of HR experience in a management role could be considered the equivalent of an Associate's degree.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).
• Experience with HRMS/HRIS systems, especially BambooHR.
• Strong communication skills including speaking, writing and instructing in ways that convey information effectively.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:
How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume electronically through our website.
The position is open until filled. Applications received by October 3, 2025, will receive priority consideration. If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. We look forward to speaking with you!
CI is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and neighbors. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles. CI also conducts routine drug tests.
CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CI values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Emily Hutsell at the following number or email.
Questions: employment@cultivatepdx.org or (503) 719-6135